The Goschenhoppen Historians Inc.
Special Upcoming Events
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Highlights of all 2009 Upcoming Events
August 8 - Original Oil Painting of the Henry Antes House
TO BE SOLD BY SEALED BID
September 26 - Antiques in Henry’s Field
November 7 - Sixth Biannual Thomas R. Brendle Folklife Symposium:
The Decorative Arts in the Pennsylvania German Community
December 5 & 6 - Christmas Market:
A Tour of Pennsylvania Traditions and Folk Art
December 12 - Christmas Open House at the Henry Antes Plantation
ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING OF THE HENRY ANTES HOUSE
TO BE SOLD BY SEALED BID on AUGUST 8, 2009
~ Painted by Local Artist Gary Phillips ~
The oil painting shown above was painted by renowned local artist Gary Phillips at the 42nd Annual Goschenhoppen Folk Festival in 2008. The bucolic summer scene of the Henry Antes House, as viewed from the 19th century barnyard, includes a glimpse of the barnyard wall as well as the garden behind the house.
The picture is offered for sale by sealed bid which may either arrive by U.S. mail prior to August 5, 2009, to the office of the Goschenhoppen Historians, or may be left at the Goschenhoppen Historians Bookseller stand at the 2009 Goschenhoppen Folk Festival before 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2009.
The winning bid will be announced at 5:00 p.m. on August 8, 2009, from the stage. In the event of a tie high bid, those bidders will be given the opportunity to place a final bid to determine who will own the painting. The winner will be responsible for receiving the painting or any shipping and insurance costs associated with it. The amount of your bid is what you agree to pay for the painting.
The painting will be on display at the Goschenhoppen Historians Bookseller stand during Folk Festival hours. For more details about the Folk Festival, visit www.goschenhoppen.org . The picture size is 8” x 19”, and the frame is 11 ˝” x 22 ˝”. The Sully style frame is reminiscent of the early 1800’s and was custom made from wormy chestnut with a natural finish. The painting has been appraised at over $800.00.
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Oil Painting Bid Form
Name: __________________________________ Phone Number: ______________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________________
The amount I agree to pay for the painting is: $ ____________
Write the amount: ______________________________________________________ Dollars
Signed: ______________________________________________________________________
Please detach and return to: Goschenhoppen Historians, Inc. P.O. Box 476, Green Lane, PA, 18074
Please mark the outside lower left corner of the envelope “Oil Painting Bid”.
PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THIS NEW EVENT
Antiques in Henry's Field
~ a one day outdoor show of dealers in Americana ~
September 26, 2009
10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Antes House
Please check back periodically for more information on this great Antiques Show and Sale.
Admission $8, under 12 Free ~~ Free Parking
All proceeds benefit the Goschenhoppen Historians and the Henry Antes House restoration.
For additional information call: 610-762-4034, or visit www.goschenhoppen.org .
Join Us for the Sixth Biannual Thomas R. Brendle Folklife Symposium:
The Decorative Arts In the Pennsylvania German Community
November 7, 2009
8:30 am to 4:00 pm at Red Men's Hall
Mark your calendars for our Biannual Symposium. This all-day event, held at Red Men's Hall,
will give you a rich appreciation of the tradesmen and their role in the Pennsylvania German economy.
Presenters:
- Painted Furniture - Peter Siebert
- Decorated Tin Ware - Alan Keyser
- Textiles - Martha Hersh
- Painted Interior Surfaces - Nancy & Abe Roan
Registration $35.00 (Includes Lunch)
Proceeds benefit the Restoration of the Henry Antes House
For additional information call: 610.367.8286
Join Us for the Christmas Market:
A Tour of Pennsylvania Traditions and Folk Art
December 5 and 6, 2009
Saturday 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM and Sunday Noon to 4:00 PM at Red Men's Hall
Mark your calendars for a special Pennsylvania German holiday tour. Enjoy colorful Pennsylvania traditions at three heritage sites -
The Goschenhoppen Historian's Folklife Museum, the Schwenkfelder Library and the Mennonite Heritage Center.
Each location will have wonderful hand crafted folkart or collectibles available for purchasing along with memorable exhibits.
Goschenhoppen Hostorian's Folklife Museum
- Shop - Vintage Christmas Collectibles, Home Baked Christmas Goodies
- Exhibit - Especially at Christmas, antique cookie cutters and vintage toys
- Folklife Museum - "Special Foods of Early Christmas"
- Location - Rts 29 and 63, Green Lane
Schwenkfelder Library and Heritage Center
- Shop - Father Christmas Boutique: Folk Renditions of Santa Claus
- Exhibit - Traditional Christmas Putz
- Location - 105 Seminary St, Pennsburg
Mennonite Heritage Center
- Shop - Pennsylvania German Folk Art Sale
- Exhibit - Toys of Yesteryear: Vintage Toys and Dolls
- Location - 565 Yoder Rd, Harleysville
And, An 18th Century Experience
Christmas Open House at the Henry Antes Plantation December 12, 2009, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Come, join members and friends for an evening of holiday Fellowship, good eating and great atmosphere. The annual
open house features traditional Christmas carols by all those who attend around a massive walk-in fireplace and its romantic fire. Holiday Spirit is usually fueled by holiday goodies. The evening's victuals will be made by our neighbors and friends. Please wear layered clothing and bring a flashlight as there is no electricity in the house or about the grounds for lighting and heat.
The Antes House will be decorated for the season. The entire house will be open for display with interpreters present.
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